Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome back to the Grandstanders! Join Craig Harper and Jane O'Brien as they take you on a whirlwind journey through the world of health and sport. Craig and Jane is back to do what they do best - entertain and delight!
Christmas is around the corner and Craig offers a special gift to Jane. He thinks Jane is exceptional at what she does, but also not normal. Listen on to hear why. Hear what the newspapers have to say about the 'Australian Male'. Is Beckham a handsome and attractive man? What would young single ladies say about him? Does the 'perfect' man exist? Listen to what Jane has to say about these mind boggling questions.
Jane talks about being a 'wanna be morning exerciser'. Hear as she shares her tips. Craig and Jane share a laugh while attempting to explain the reality of exercising.
Special guest for this week's show is Toby Morrison, who is a chronic fatigue wellness coach. Not only is it a mouthful to say, but also a very interesting job. Just listen to Jane's excitement. Toby reveals that there is still lots more to learn about chronic fatigue syndrome. Hear Toby talk to Craig and Jane about how this syndrome had an impact on his life. Being a person that has been through this illness, Toby is able to provide deep information about chronic fatigue. Hear all about the illness and what can be done about it. Also hear some of our listeners share their stories about chronic fatigue syndrome.
As the Grandstanders and special guest wind up this week's show, Craig and Jane prove that they are indeed the greatest at entertaining the masses on a Saturday morning. Don't forget to catch the Grandstanders again next week at 8 am.
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Friday, 16 December 2011
Friday, 9 December 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 10 December 2011
Today on the Grandstanders it's all about survival - survival to stay healthy amongst food a-plenty at Christmas parties and survival stories from the news.
Craig and Jane brings you tips for preventing Christmas party weight gain. They also talk genetics: why is it that skinny people find it difficult to put on weight and over-weight people find it difficult to put off weight? Is it true that everyone has a default weight set point that their body naturally reverts to? Surprising results from research - it hardly seems fair that for some people calories turn into muscles without much work! (mind you, they are the exception). Also answers to listeners’ questions and the truth about carbohydrates – are they really that bad for you?
Continuing with the theme of research, the Grandstanders report on the latest, cutting-edge 'yawning' research. Did you know that yawning may be an expression of social empathy and that we are more 'contagious' to the yawns of those that are ours (family and friends)? Tune in for the implications of this research and why this may be life-defining for Craig.
Also, lots of encouraging stories from the news. For a story that invokes wide-eyed wonderment: paralympian Monique van der Vorst's story of recovery. Not only an incredible demonstration of will-power, but a powerful reminder that good things can come out of bad situations.
Finally, the much-loved light-hearted banter between our co-hosts.....Craig comments on Jane's fashion sense and her 'lumberjack' look. Jane's recount of her husband's revelation on health and fitness.
This and much more on this week’s Grandstanders! Listen or download below.
Craig and Jane brings you tips for preventing Christmas party weight gain. They also talk genetics: why is it that skinny people find it difficult to put on weight and over-weight people find it difficult to put off weight? Is it true that everyone has a default weight set point that their body naturally reverts to? Surprising results from research - it hardly seems fair that for some people calories turn into muscles without much work! (mind you, they are the exception). Also answers to listeners’ questions and the truth about carbohydrates – are they really that bad for you?
Continuing with the theme of research, the Grandstanders report on the latest, cutting-edge 'yawning' research. Did you know that yawning may be an expression of social empathy and that we are more 'contagious' to the yawns of those that are ours (family and friends)? Tune in for the implications of this research and why this may be life-defining for Craig.
Also, lots of encouraging stories from the news. For a story that invokes wide-eyed wonderment: paralympian Monique van der Vorst's story of recovery. Not only an incredible demonstration of will-power, but a powerful reminder that good things can come out of bad situations.
Finally, the much-loved light-hearted banter between our co-hosts.....Craig comments on Jane's fashion sense and her 'lumberjack' look. Jane's recount of her husband's revelation on health and fitness.
This and much more on this week’s Grandstanders! Listen or download below.
Friday, 2 December 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 3 December 2011
The Grandstanders are back to share in your Saturday mornings. Extra special this week as Criag is determined to host the show with Jane, man-flu and all! (Tune in for an animated recount of how Craig dragged himself out of bed and into the studios of Mitcham)
First off the bat, switching-off strategies. In our fast paced, microwave society, do you make timeout a non-negotiable part of your schedule? What strategies do you use to switch off?
We also talk BPA (Bisphenol A) this week - the nasty chemicals sometimes used in food packaging. Find out what it is, how to spot it and how to avoid it. In a similar vein, Craig and Jane assess the merits of bottled water. Is it really better for our health, or is it simply a marketing strategy used by companies to entice us to buy their products?
Lots of answers to listeners' questions this week. Are lollies okay as a post-event training snack? How often should we replace our runners? Learn to identify and spot the difference between pronation and supination and how that relates to choosing the right shoes to support your foot type.
Finally, as we approach the Christmas season, listen out for the benefits of the superfood Cranberry! Not only that but recipe suggestions from our listeners - healthy and delicious.
This and much more on this week's Grandstanders Podcast.
First off the bat, switching-off strategies. In our fast paced, microwave society, do you make timeout a non-negotiable part of your schedule? What strategies do you use to switch off?
We also talk BPA (Bisphenol A) this week - the nasty chemicals sometimes used in food packaging. Find out what it is, how to spot it and how to avoid it. In a similar vein, Craig and Jane assess the merits of bottled water. Is it really better for our health, or is it simply a marketing strategy used by companies to entice us to buy their products?
Lots of answers to listeners' questions this week. Are lollies okay as a post-event training snack? How often should we replace our runners? Learn to identify and spot the difference between pronation and supination and how that relates to choosing the right shoes to support your foot type.
Finally, as we approach the Christmas season, listen out for the benefits of the superfood Cranberry! Not only that but recipe suggestions from our listeners - healthy and delicious.
This and much more on this week's Grandstanders Podcast.
The Grandstanders Podcast - 26th November 2011
On The Grandstanders this week, Craig tells us about Jane’s trip to hospital. Jane currently has pneumonia and was bedridden and in hospital for four days. Jane said due to her current health, she might even fall asleep on air!
Due to her illness, Jane challenged Craig to organise the show this week, because she had nothing prepared. The first thing that Craig set out to do was to ask listeners about how to get rid of a sore throat or more importantly, Jane’s dodgy lungs!
Staying on topic about Jane’s hospital stay, whilst there, a patient came in and asked Jane to open a package for her. To Jane’s surprise it was a packet of cigarettes! Craig said it was a good case of Irony. The patient then asked Jane what she was in for, and truthfully Jane told her. The patient then exited the room really quickly, before Jane had time to explain.
Craig spoke about Thursday night’s 2011 AFL draft and how Greater Western Sydney Giants - the new team entering the AFL, and how they got 14 of the first round picks. Craig also said how he was surprised how Brendan Fevola was over looked on the draft as he was top goal scorer 3 years ago.
Jane spoke about a spectacular story of how a 61 year old man pulled over to help a woman change her tyre. The man drove further down the road and had heart attack. The best part of this story was that the woman he assisted earlier pulled over and performed CPR on him and saved his life!.
Another heart warming story from Germany, an armed robber burst into a house, but left humbled and empty handed, because a 5 and 6 year old who were in the house at the time offered the thief their piggy banks.The robber left embarrassed, and hopefully a little wiser perhaps..
This rounds up another great week of the Grandstanders. Listen or download the Podcast below!
Due to her illness, Jane challenged Craig to organise the show this week, because she had nothing prepared. The first thing that Craig set out to do was to ask listeners about how to get rid of a sore throat or more importantly, Jane’s dodgy lungs!
Staying on topic about Jane’s hospital stay, whilst there, a patient came in and asked Jane to open a package for her. To Jane’s surprise it was a packet of cigarettes! Craig said it was a good case of Irony. The patient then asked Jane what she was in for, and truthfully Jane told her. The patient then exited the room really quickly, before Jane had time to explain.
Craig spoke about Thursday night’s 2011 AFL draft and how Greater Western Sydney Giants - the new team entering the AFL, and how they got 14 of the first round picks. Craig also said how he was surprised how Brendan Fevola was over looked on the draft as he was top goal scorer 3 years ago.
Jane spoke about a spectacular story of how a 61 year old man pulled over to help a woman change her tyre. The man drove further down the road and had heart attack. The best part of this story was that the woman he assisted earlier pulled over and performed CPR on him and saved his life!.
Another heart warming story from Germany, an armed robber burst into a house, but left humbled and empty handed, because a 5 and 6 year old who were in the house at the time offered the thief their piggy banks.The robber left embarrassed, and hopefully a little wiser perhaps..
This rounds up another great week of the Grandstanders. Listen or download the Podcast below!
Friday, 11 November 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 12th November 2011
The Grandstanders in 'freestyle' form this week as Craig and Jane involve us in the planning of their show - on air!
Kicking us off, real-life snapshots that we can all relate to. Craig confesses that he regretfully told a fib this week. The conversation which started off innocently, slowly grew out of hand - do you sometimes get caught up in the moment and wish you can take your words back? Jane shares annecdotally on the positive power of friendship and the negative impact of destructive words.....
Continuing with the new segment Tips for a Healthier Home, we explore the possible hazzards lurking in the lounge and living room! Whilst the lounge may not strike us as one of the dirtier rooms in the house, it is more bacteria-filled than we think. Listen for tips and learn to say goodbye to the dangerous resistant bacterias which may be housing quietly on shared gadgets.
Special guest, Melbourne Vixen netball player, Bianca Chatfield joins us to talk the newer concept of the game: Fast Net. Find out what it is and how it stacks up as the netball version of Cricket's Twenty20! Also, insightful thoughts from Bianca on what she wish she knew - quality rather than quantity training.
Jane investigates another superfood - of the bean variety - that she discovered by chance! Fast facts on this superfood and how you can incorporate it in your family's diet to enhance nutritional intake and overall health. Finally, suggestions for healthy snacks....something you can have for those moments when it's not quite dinner time yet!
This rounds up another week of the Grandstanders. Listen or download the Podcast!
Kicking us off, real-life snapshots that we can all relate to. Craig confesses that he regretfully told a fib this week. The conversation which started off innocently, slowly grew out of hand - do you sometimes get caught up in the moment and wish you can take your words back? Jane shares annecdotally on the positive power of friendship and the negative impact of destructive words.....
Continuing with the new segment Tips for a Healthier Home, we explore the possible hazzards lurking in the lounge and living room! Whilst the lounge may not strike us as one of the dirtier rooms in the house, it is more bacteria-filled than we think. Listen for tips and learn to say goodbye to the dangerous resistant bacterias which may be housing quietly on shared gadgets.
Special guest, Melbourne Vixen netball player, Bianca Chatfield joins us to talk the newer concept of the game: Fast Net. Find out what it is and how it stacks up as the netball version of Cricket's Twenty20! Also, insightful thoughts from Bianca on what she wish she knew - quality rather than quantity training.
Jane investigates another superfood - of the bean variety - that she discovered by chance! Fast facts on this superfood and how you can incorporate it in your family's diet to enhance nutritional intake and overall health. Finally, suggestions for healthy snacks....something you can have for those moments when it's not quite dinner time yet!
This rounds up another week of the Grandstanders. Listen or download the Podcast!
Sunday, 6 November 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 5th November 2011
This weekend on the Grandstanders - a special treat as top athlete Scott Wintle joins us... he was a top athelete before, and still is... after becoming a paraplegic! Into waterskiing and basketball, Scott has broken world records and taken world titles - all without the use of his legs.
We ask Scott about the accident one night on his backpacking trip to Europe, and we find out how as a paraplegic he is actually able to waterski: there's a special piece of equipment that makes it all possible. Hear the details in this weekend's podcast!
Also this weekend: we continue our superfoods series. After learning about quinoa and chai seeds, this week we look at an ancient grain that is great for those who are gluten intolerant! And a wholefoods cook calls in with her perspective. Find out which foods you should be making part of your diet!
A new weekly series kicks off this week as we explore how to create a healthy home - a home free of germs. Have you ever... cleaned your showerhead? Thought not. Find out why you should - plus other things you may not have thought about cleaning around the house.
Someone from Jane's professional past has got in contact, wanting to get to know her a little more... personally. But the now happily married Jane doesn't know how to let him down nicely - and needs your help.
And... Jane was involved in a near road rage incident this week, which turned into a very embarrasing situation in a stranger's garden!
We talk Ian Thorpe, Kelly Slater, Kim Kardashian and Liz & Shane. And that about rounds out another packed Grandstanders show - listen or download the podcast here!
We ask Scott about the accident one night on his backpacking trip to Europe, and we find out how as a paraplegic he is actually able to waterski: there's a special piece of equipment that makes it all possible. Hear the details in this weekend's podcast!
Also this weekend: we continue our superfoods series. After learning about quinoa and chai seeds, this week we look at an ancient grain that is great for those who are gluten intolerant! And a wholefoods cook calls in with her perspective. Find out which foods you should be making part of your diet!
A new weekly series kicks off this week as we explore how to create a healthy home - a home free of germs. Have you ever... cleaned your showerhead? Thought not. Find out why you should - plus other things you may not have thought about cleaning around the house.
Someone from Jane's professional past has got in contact, wanting to get to know her a little more... personally. But the now happily married Jane doesn't know how to let him down nicely - and needs your help.
And... Jane was involved in a near road rage incident this week, which turned into a very embarrasing situation in a stranger's garden!
We talk Ian Thorpe, Kelly Slater, Kim Kardashian and Liz & Shane. And that about rounds out another packed Grandstanders show - listen or download the podcast here!
Saturday, 29 October 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 29 October 2011
Every Saturday the Grandstanders are here sharing the love, doing their best to add a little something to your Saturday mornings!
Things get a little personal for Jane today.....she shares with us the highlight of her week, and answers (slightly probing) questions from Craig regarding her romantic history. Was marriage a goal? Was it love at first sight? Were there fireworks?
Double is the key word today. The Grandstanders not only interviews double guests, but also hosts a double segment.....
Anna Segal, an Australian freestyle skier, chats to us about slope-style skiing. What is this extreme sport all about? Get inspired as we hear about how success in the sport is largely 'mind over matter'.
Dr David Darby, a behavioural neurologist, gives us the low-down on concussions. Are you a parent with kids who regularly participate in high impact sports? Find out what you should be aware of in order to best protect them.
Also the two semi-regular segments Jane's Superfood and Jane's Movie Review. What is a Quinoa and what are its benefits? Don't miss Jane's spirited review of 'The Cup'.
For the germaphobes out there, do you know what the three germiest surfaces are? Do bathroom handles and traffic light buttons top the list?
......and finally, is there an answer to the unanswerable question of, 'Do I look big in this?' Is honesty the best policy in all circumstances? What is the most culturally acceptable way of dealing with these questions?
Listen, or download, this week's Grandstanders Podcast to find out!
Things get a little personal for Jane today.....she shares with us the highlight of her week, and answers (slightly probing) questions from Craig regarding her romantic history. Was marriage a goal? Was it love at first sight? Were there fireworks?
Double is the key word today. The Grandstanders not only interviews double guests, but also hosts a double segment.....
Anna Segal, an Australian freestyle skier, chats to us about slope-style skiing. What is this extreme sport all about? Get inspired as we hear about how success in the sport is largely 'mind over matter'.
Dr David Darby, a behavioural neurologist, gives us the low-down on concussions. Are you a parent with kids who regularly participate in high impact sports? Find out what you should be aware of in order to best protect them.
Also the two semi-regular segments Jane's Superfood and Jane's Movie Review. What is a Quinoa and what are its benefits? Don't miss Jane's spirited review of 'The Cup'.
For the germaphobes out there, do you know what the three germiest surfaces are? Do bathroom handles and traffic light buttons top the list?
......and finally, is there an answer to the unanswerable question of, 'Do I look big in this?' Is honesty the best policy in all circumstances? What is the most culturally acceptable way of dealing with these questions?
Listen, or download, this week's Grandstanders Podcast to find out!
Sunday, 23 October 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 22nd October 2011
Welcome back to the Grandstanders as they wake up Melbournians from their slumber with a "whopper" of a show - as Craig Harper puts it!
Join Craig and the lovely Jane O'Brien for a mind blowing adventure in the world of sports, health and well-being.
The Grandstanders talk about International rules football, a 100 year old marathon runner, horrible jobs and many more. They also have a chat with special guest Anna Segal (pictured).
Anna Segal is an Australian freestyle skier. Anna's home mountain is Mount Buller. She travels the world competing in events. Skiing is a huge part of her life... so is cooking and choreographing dances for T.S Elliot's poems.
Craig has a story for Jane and the listeners. This could be the most encouraging story you would ever hear. Hear how 100 year old Fauja Singh earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records as the oldest living person to finish a 42km foot race.
The Queen is in town and the Grandstanders talk about the royal visit. What would she be like at a gala dinner? Only Craig and Jane can answer that question. Also they try to find out why Julia Gillard failed to courtesy. Craig has a special attraction to the royal corgis!
Jane talks nutrition - Chia seeds in particular. Hear how the tiny black seeds can help soak up all the toxins that may be in our bodies. Looking for ideas to make your resignation go out with a bang? Take some tips from 23 year old Joey DeFrancesco.
Craig and Jane talk about Ian Thorpe's return to the pool. Also they talk about the International rules football and how the interest in the sport is going down. Jane has an attempt at some news reading. Jane's friend, Mellisa shares a very interesting story. Hear about a 19 fingered robot that can sing, play the piano and also judge if the audience enjoyed its performance. Finally, learn about 'stair climbing' and fashion flops!
Catch the Grandstanders again next Saturday from 8am!
Join Craig and the lovely Jane O'Brien for a mind blowing adventure in the world of sports, health and well-being.
The Grandstanders talk about International rules football, a 100 year old marathon runner, horrible jobs and many more. They also have a chat with special guest Anna Segal (pictured).
Anna Segal is an Australian freestyle skier. Anna's home mountain is Mount Buller. She travels the world competing in events. Skiing is a huge part of her life... so is cooking and choreographing dances for T.S Elliot's poems.
Craig has a story for Jane and the listeners. This could be the most encouraging story you would ever hear. Hear how 100 year old Fauja Singh earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records as the oldest living person to finish a 42km foot race.
The Queen is in town and the Grandstanders talk about the royal visit. What would she be like at a gala dinner? Only Craig and Jane can answer that question. Also they try to find out why Julia Gillard failed to courtesy. Craig has a special attraction to the royal corgis!
Jane talks nutrition - Chia seeds in particular. Hear how the tiny black seeds can help soak up all the toxins that may be in our bodies. Looking for ideas to make your resignation go out with a bang? Take some tips from 23 year old Joey DeFrancesco.
Craig and Jane talk about Ian Thorpe's return to the pool. Also they talk about the International rules football and how the interest in the sport is going down. Jane has an attempt at some news reading. Jane's friend, Mellisa shares a very interesting story. Hear about a 19 fingered robot that can sing, play the piano and also judge if the audience enjoyed its performance. Finally, learn about 'stair climbing' and fashion flops!
Catch the Grandstanders again next Saturday from 8am!
Friday, 14 October 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 15 October 2011
'Like it or not, we are here. Like it or not here we are.....to share, enlighten, edify and educate!' That's how Craig introduces the show at least...and it's true! The Grandstanders are back again this week - rain, hail or shine (or in the case of our office in Mitcham, internet or no internet!)
Kicking us off, Jane's over-whelming experience of junior sports coaching. Are the pressures of competition too much for our youngsters? Jane explores (experientially) the best way for coaches and parents to deal with trying games......
Turning the spotlight onto Craig also.....he is having trouble sleeping. When it's time to rest, Craig's body is ready to switch off but his mind is still going at a million miles per hour. Some very practical 'how to sleep well' tips from both Jane and our listener.....find out what 'sleep hygiene' is!
Special guest, Aussie long distance swimmer Melissa Gorman (qualifier for the London Olympics), chats to us about how she 'fell' into the sport. She shares her typical training schedule and what goes on inside her head during her two-hour 10km races. This upbeat interview is sure motivation for those of us feeling lazy, or procrastinating from getting out and exercising!
Also this week, a deeper discussion on mind-chatter and how we as a society receive compliments. Reasons why we might down-play our strengths and deflect attention from ourselves. Have you ever stopped to consider how youchannel the compliments you receive?
On top of all this, talk of the MotoGP, how to get through a workout when your head begs you to quit...and answers to listener questions en masse.
Listen or download the Grandstanders Podcast.
Kicking us off, Jane's over-whelming experience of junior sports coaching. Are the pressures of competition too much for our youngsters? Jane explores (experientially) the best way for coaches and parents to deal with trying games......
Turning the spotlight onto Craig also.....he is having trouble sleeping. When it's time to rest, Craig's body is ready to switch off but his mind is still going at a million miles per hour. Some very practical 'how to sleep well' tips from both Jane and our listener.....find out what 'sleep hygiene' is!
Special guest, Aussie long distance swimmer Melissa Gorman (qualifier for the London Olympics), chats to us about how she 'fell' into the sport. She shares her typical training schedule and what goes on inside her head during her two-hour 10km races. This upbeat interview is sure motivation for those of us feeling lazy, or procrastinating from getting out and exercising!
Also this week, a deeper discussion on mind-chatter and how we as a society receive compliments. Reasons why we might down-play our strengths and deflect attention from ourselves. Have you ever stopped to consider how youchannel the compliments you receive?
On top of all this, talk of the MotoGP, how to get through a workout when your head begs you to quit...and answers to listener questions en masse.
Listen or download the Grandstanders Podcast.
Saturday, 8 October 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 8th October 2011
It's that time of the week when you are treated to two hours of sports and health and well-being.
That's right folks, theGrandstanders are back again this week to keep you glued to your radios! They kick off the show with a secret that might put the security on guard. Join Craig Harper and Jane O'Brien for this week's edition of the Grandstanders.
The saying goes, "eat breakfast like a king". So what do the Grandstanders do? They start the show with a pep-talk about brekky. Hear what Craig and Jane feel is good to have as breakfast.They talk about porridge, nutspread on toast and scrambled egg. Hear how the body reacts to cooked breakfast.
This week's special guest is Sasha, roller derby competitor. Once again Jane O'Brien proves that she can find the most diverse forms of sport from around the world. Sasha is a member of the roller derby team called Dolls Au-Go-Go.
Craig talks about the 2011/12 season of the National Basketball League. AFL comes out with the best and fairest players of the last season. Also hear what Craig has to say about the Bathurst 1000 going to be held in New South Wales.And of course the topic of the day was the AFL Grandfinal. To be more precise - Meatloaf! Craig and Jane wanted to find out who should perform for next year's Grandfinal. As you can imagine, there were a few surprising suggestions.
Jane feels that their audio should be backed by some visual graphics... like a powerpoint presentation. Craig talks about the different learning styles. He thinks he is an "experiential" learner. Only the Harpster can come up with works like that! Also Craig and Jane talk about Gary Ayres, the current senior coach of the Melbourne Football Club.
The Grandstanders talk about the harmful effects of drinking out of a plastic bottle. Special guest Sasha talks to Craig and Jane about Craig's shopping incident. Craig expresses his anti feline attitude which seems to send Jane on a rage. Finally, hear all about the wonderful sport of roller derby, a new facebook page for Craig and his friend and many more.
Don't forget to catch the Grandstanders again next Saturday from 8am.
That's right folks, theGrandstanders are back again this week to keep you glued to your radios! They kick off the show with a secret that might put the security on guard. Join Craig Harper and Jane O'Brien for this week's edition of the Grandstanders.
The saying goes, "eat breakfast like a king". So what do the Grandstanders do? They start the show with a pep-talk about brekky. Hear what Craig and Jane feel is good to have as breakfast.They talk about porridge, nutspread on toast and scrambled egg. Hear how the body reacts to cooked breakfast.
This week's special guest is Sasha, roller derby competitor. Once again Jane O'Brien proves that she can find the most diverse forms of sport from around the world. Sasha is a member of the roller derby team called Dolls Au-Go-Go.
Craig talks about the 2011/12 season of the National Basketball League. AFL comes out with the best and fairest players of the last season. Also hear what Craig has to say about the Bathurst 1000 going to be held in New South Wales.And of course the topic of the day was the AFL Grandfinal. To be more precise - Meatloaf! Craig and Jane wanted to find out who should perform for next year's Grandfinal. As you can imagine, there were a few surprising suggestions.
Jane feels that their audio should be backed by some visual graphics... like a powerpoint presentation. Craig talks about the different learning styles. He thinks he is an "experiential" learner. Only the Harpster can come up with works like that! Also Craig and Jane talk about Gary Ayres, the current senior coach of the Melbourne Football Club.
The Grandstanders talk about the harmful effects of drinking out of a plastic bottle. Special guest Sasha talks to Craig and Jane about Craig's shopping incident. Craig expresses his anti feline attitude which seems to send Jane on a rage. Finally, hear all about the wonderful sport of roller derby, a new facebook page for Craig and his friend and many more.
Don't forget to catch the Grandstanders again next Saturday from 8am.
Saturday, 1 October 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 1st October 2011
It's Grandstanders installment number 14 million and 62 (if you believe Craig), on the biggest weekend in the sporting calendar. So of course, we talk the grand final (although this show went to air before Geelong's spectacular win!). Not only is it big here in Melbourne, but also around the country and even other parts of the world.
There was also another grand final last week - and Gary Ayres, coach of 2011 VFL premiers Port Melbourne, is our special guest this week. He's a former player too - with 5 premiership games and 2 Norm Smith medals under his belt - and joins us to share his thoughts and philosophies on coaching, learning, development and life in general. Plus whether he'd consider an AFL coaching role if a club came knocking...
Off the fast moving wheels of footy and the first week of the school holidays is over - much chagrin to many parents who often find themselves playing kids' entertainer. But Jane has found the first week very relaxing! Craig hasn't though: when a physiotherapist needed to play with his neck this week (either called a neck adjustment..... or neck cracking depending on your predisposition), Craig found it rather unpleasant. He's a self confessed 'neck-baby'. Or should that be neckcrackophobia?
What process does our processed orange juice go through before it gets to our shelves? You'll be suprised. And once you'll hear it... like Jane, you'll only want orange juice with visble pulp!
Jane's been on a retail therapy trip with mum... but with a difference: previously described as a "human pipe cleaner" by Craig, Jane is one of the only women in Australia who actually wants to fit into a bigger size. Craig carefully masters the art of digging himself out of a near miss with a you-should-never-say-that-to-a-woman comment, but Jane dishes it out too today: sharing a birthday with today's guest, Craig just isn't ageing as gracefully!
And just when you thought you couldn't possibly fit anything else into a 40-minute podcast, we also talk depression in dogs (and how to diagnose it), plus office workstations and whether those new-fad 'standing workstations' really are a good idea. And Masterchef winner Julie Goodwin has hit out at the fat police - Craig weighs in to the debate.
Hear it all in this week's Grandstanders podcast - listen below, download, or subscribe on iTunes. Got a question for Craig and Jane on health and fitness? E-mail thegrandstanders@lightfm.com.au or send a message through Twitter - or text or phone them live during next Saturday's show, from 8-10am on 89.9 LightFM.
"You should never place any restrictions on how good you can or can't be - and never be satisfied, because there's always a slightly better way of doing it." - today's guest, Gary Ayres
There was also another grand final last week - and Gary Ayres, coach of 2011 VFL premiers Port Melbourne, is our special guest this week. He's a former player too - with 5 premiership games and 2 Norm Smith medals under his belt - and joins us to share his thoughts and philosophies on coaching, learning, development and life in general. Plus whether he'd consider an AFL coaching role if a club came knocking...
Off the fast moving wheels of footy and the first week of the school holidays is over - much chagrin to many parents who often find themselves playing kids' entertainer. But Jane has found the first week very relaxing! Craig hasn't though: when a physiotherapist needed to play with his neck this week (either called a neck adjustment..... or neck cracking depending on your predisposition), Craig found it rather unpleasant. He's a self confessed 'neck-baby'. Or should that be neckcrackophobia?
What process does our processed orange juice go through before it gets to our shelves? You'll be suprised. And once you'll hear it... like Jane, you'll only want orange juice with visble pulp!
Jane's been on a retail therapy trip with mum... but with a difference: previously described as a "human pipe cleaner" by Craig, Jane is one of the only women in Australia who actually wants to fit into a bigger size. Craig carefully masters the art of digging himself out of a near miss with a you-should-never-say-that-to-a-woman comment, but Jane dishes it out too today: sharing a birthday with today's guest, Craig just isn't ageing as gracefully!
And just when you thought you couldn't possibly fit anything else into a 40-minute podcast, we also talk depression in dogs (and how to diagnose it), plus office workstations and whether those new-fad 'standing workstations' really are a good idea. And Masterchef winner Julie Goodwin has hit out at the fat police - Craig weighs in to the debate.
Hear it all in this week's Grandstanders podcast - listen below, download, or subscribe on iTunes. Got a question for Craig and Jane on health and fitness? E-mail thegrandstanders@lightfm.com.au or send a message through Twitter - or text or phone them live during next Saturday's show, from 8-10am on 89.9 LightFM.
"You should never place any restrictions on how good you can or can't be - and never be satisfied, because there's always a slightly better way of doing it." - today's guest, Gary Ayres
Friday, 23 September 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 24th September 2011
The Grandstanders - your weekly dose of footy, sports and health and well-being. This week we welcome back our energetic co-host Jane O'Brien (no longer feeling crook!) together with the brilliant Craig Harper.
Sports tops the list as usual. Footy fever continues as the Grandstanders review the highlights of the Collingwood vs Hawthorn game. Join our special guest as he gives us his footy tips. Also in the studio, discussions surrounding NRL, basketball and our home-grown soccer champ Harry Kewell.
Special guest Mick Hall shares his past struggles with addiction and how he dragged himself out of the gutter. He now uses his experiences to help others find hope and freedom from addiction. We agree with Craig, what a 'top bloke'!
Also, are we raising a 'Marshmellow Generation'? Has over-protective parenting resulted in a generation which is too afraid to fall? How do we draw the fine line between protecting our kids, but allowing them the freedom to grow?
Finally, are you experiencing fitness sabotage? Strategies for what you can do when those close to you don't support your efforts to implement positive lifestyle changes.
Listen in, or download, this week's Grandstanders podcast.
Sports tops the list as usual. Footy fever continues as the Grandstanders review the highlights of the Collingwood vs Hawthorn game. Join our special guest as he gives us his footy tips. Also in the studio, discussions surrounding NRL, basketball and our home-grown soccer champ Harry Kewell.
Special guest Mick Hall shares his past struggles with addiction and how he dragged himself out of the gutter. He now uses his experiences to help others find hope and freedom from addiction. We agree with Craig, what a 'top bloke'!
Also, are we raising a 'Marshmellow Generation'? Has over-protective parenting resulted in a generation which is too afraid to fall? How do we draw the fine line between protecting our kids, but allowing them the freedom to grow?
Finally, are you experiencing fitness sabotage? Strategies for what you can do when those close to you don't support your efforts to implement positive lifestyle changes.
Listen in, or download, this week's Grandstanders podcast.
Saturday, 17 September 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 17th September 2011
The Grandstanders is back again this week. But this time we are one grandstander short! Our energetic co-host, Jane O'Brien seems to be a bit "crook". So Craig Harper goes out to get Sarah Wall (pictured) as a replacement?
Is she going to be as energetic and power packed as Jane? Listen on to find out as Craig and Sarah kick off this week's edition of the Grandstanders!
Sarah Wall plays netball for the Melbourne Vixens. She was named Rookie of the Year playing for Vixens fore runner squad the Phoenix in 2006, before being named to the Phoenix squad full-time the following year. A sports science graduate and design company director, Wallsy's work ethic and abilities can be attributed to her personal motto, 'only possibilities'. Join Sarah as she and Craig Harper take Melbourne on a whirlwind journey!
AFL was on top of the list as usual. Craig and Sarah talk about Lance 'Buddy' Franklin and how he is defying all the odds. Will he come back from his rock bottom situation?
Craig has some trouble keeping track of a reality show - the X-Factor! Co-host for a day, Sarah Wall, talks about her life and how she got into the wonderful game of netball. Hear her encouraging story right here on the Grandstanders.
Craig and Sarah talk about online training. Craig is very attentive to detail. Especially when it comes to girl's ears! Sarah also talks about the Guinness World Record holder for the longest finger nails! Extraordinary indeed!
Craig and Sarah talk to regular co-host, Jane O'Brien. Hear what Jane has been going through over the past week. Also Craig enlightens Melbourne about the Amish people and Sarah talks about the technology of the modern world.
Will Sarah out host Jane O'Brien? Tune in to the Grandstanders every Saturday from 8 am.
Is she going to be as energetic and power packed as Jane? Listen on to find out as Craig and Sarah kick off this week's edition of the Grandstanders!
Sarah Wall plays netball for the Melbourne Vixens. She was named Rookie of the Year playing for Vixens fore runner squad the Phoenix in 2006, before being named to the Phoenix squad full-time the following year. A sports science graduate and design company director, Wallsy's work ethic and abilities can be attributed to her personal motto, 'only possibilities'. Join Sarah as she and Craig Harper take Melbourne on a whirlwind journey!
AFL was on top of the list as usual. Craig and Sarah talk about Lance 'Buddy' Franklin and how he is defying all the odds. Will he come back from his rock bottom situation?
Craig has some trouble keeping track of a reality show - the X-Factor! Co-host for a day, Sarah Wall, talks about her life and how she got into the wonderful game of netball. Hear her encouraging story right here on the Grandstanders.
Craig and Sarah talk about online training. Craig is very attentive to detail. Especially when it comes to girl's ears! Sarah also talks about the Guinness World Record holder for the longest finger nails! Extraordinary indeed!
Craig and Sarah talk to regular co-host, Jane O'Brien. Hear what Jane has been going through over the past week. Also Craig enlightens Melbourne about the Amish people and Sarah talks about the technology of the modern world.
Will Sarah out host Jane O'Brien? Tune in to the Grandstanders every Saturday from 8 am.
Friday, 9 September 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 10th September 2011
The Grandstanders is the name of the show. LightFM is the name of the station. 89.9 is the number on the dial. And Jane O'Brien is the lifeforce, the blood that flows through the veins of this show. With such a grand introduction from Craig Harper, this week's show has a lot to live up to!
As usual, there is jam-packed sporting talk. Not only is the AFL grand final upon us, but Samantha Stosur shines in the tennis arena as the first Australian woman to qualify for the US Open semi-finals in 27 years. Fresh off the press, Jane and Craig review the Geelong vs Hawthorn game.....and injuries suffered by Buddy Franklin and Daniel Menzel. Will this effect grand final chances?
Today's guest Loretta Watson walks us through a day in the life of a competitive body-builder. The nutrition, the training, a step-by-step run down of what happens before competition day......
Finally, questions relating to our own well-being. Are stomach crunches more effective on an exercise ball, or on the floor? Is stomach bloating related to over-eating, or starchy foods? Do you have cooped up, sick kids desperately fighting off germs?
Listen in or download this week's Grandstanders podcast!
As usual, there is jam-packed sporting talk. Not only is the AFL grand final upon us, but Samantha Stosur shines in the tennis arena as the first Australian woman to qualify for the US Open semi-finals in 27 years. Fresh off the press, Jane and Craig review the Geelong vs Hawthorn game.....and injuries suffered by Buddy Franklin and Daniel Menzel. Will this effect grand final chances?
Today's guest Loretta Watson walks us through a day in the life of a competitive body-builder. The nutrition, the training, a step-by-step run down of what happens before competition day......
Finally, questions relating to our own well-being. Are stomach crunches more effective on an exercise ball, or on the floor? Is stomach bloating related to over-eating, or starchy foods? Do you have cooped up, sick kids desperately fighting off germs?
Listen in or download this week's Grandstanders podcast!
Friday, 2 September 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 3rd September 2011
Craig Harper and Jane O'Brien take you on a whirlwind journey filled with love, fun and a few educational health tips now and then!
Join the Grandstanders as they entertain the masses again...
The Grandstanders talk about the Geelong Vs Collingwood game. They also talk about some of her experiences from last week - particularly her debut at Craig's gym.
Special guest for this week's show was Lauren Mark (pictured), Australian Women's Skeet shooter. Lauren finished fourth in Women's Skeet in the 2004 Summer Olympics and won three gold medals at the 2002 Commonwealth Games and the 2006 Commonwealth Games. In 1999, she became the youngest competitor ever to win the United States Open Women’s Skeet Championship. After marrying Australian Russell Mark, Lauren decided to compete for Australia, where she currently resides.
The Grandstanders talk about sugar. Also they advice listeners about safe driving - especially when there is a chance of having a kangaroo smash into their cars!
Craig is hyped about the beautiful weather... and hayfever! It also seems Craig is losing his touch on English. Is Jane's physiology upto her psychology? Craig helps us answer that question.
Jane is the jewel in the LightFM crown - atleast, thats what Craig feels! Jane also thinks that Collingwood player Dane Swan is a little bit "manscaped". This causes the Grandstanders to get into a discussion about tattoos for girls and Guy Sebastian!
Listener Samantha has her question answered in the most interesting way andJulie from Berwick helps the Grandstanders with this week's footy tippings.
Don't forget to tune into the Grandstanders every Saturday from 8am!
Join the Grandstanders as they entertain the masses again...
The Grandstanders talk about the Geelong Vs Collingwood game. They also talk about some of her experiences from last week - particularly her debut at Craig's gym.
Special guest for this week's show was Lauren Mark (pictured), Australian Women's Skeet shooter. Lauren finished fourth in Women's Skeet in the 2004 Summer Olympics and won three gold medals at the 2002 Commonwealth Games and the 2006 Commonwealth Games. In 1999, she became the youngest competitor ever to win the United States Open Women’s Skeet Championship. After marrying Australian Russell Mark, Lauren decided to compete for Australia, where she currently resides.
The Grandstanders talk about sugar. Also they advice listeners about safe driving - especially when there is a chance of having a kangaroo smash into their cars!
Craig is hyped about the beautiful weather... and hayfever! It also seems Craig is losing his touch on English. Is Jane's physiology upto her psychology? Craig helps us answer that question.
Jane is the jewel in the LightFM crown - atleast, thats what Craig feels! Jane also thinks that Collingwood player Dane Swan is a little bit "manscaped". This causes the Grandstanders to get into a discussion about tattoos for girls and Guy Sebastian!
Listener Samantha has her question answered in the most interesting way andJulie from Berwick helps the Grandstanders with this week's footy tippings.
Don't forget to tune into the Grandstanders every Saturday from 8am!
Friday, 26 August 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 27th August 2011
Lots of sport. Lots of health. Lots of motivational stuff. That's how Craig introduces the show at least!
But it turns out he was right. Not just AFL but NRL this weekend - because the Storm's winning streak has been broken! Also post workout soreness: how do you relieve those screaming muscles?
And today's guest: Olympic weightlifterDeborah Acason.
Formerly Deborah Lovely, she found her love for weightlifting at just 12 years of age, while lifting logs to build treehouses with all the boys. She's taken a journey of multi talents to get to weightlifting though: playing rugby for Queensland, competing on the track and field, and even cycling. How did she get from there, to weightlifting??
Also: are our eyes really under assault from our lifestyle? And our new London Olympic report: with some fascinating gold medal facts.
Your calls: on weird phobias - things that scare you, that don't scare normal people. And catastrophic wedding stories... involving super hot days, fire sprinklers and dogs.
Is Jane's top pink or purple? A wedge has been driven between the Grandstanders: over the colour of said top. Pink or purple - it's split the hostsand the LightFM office (well, the Saturday office contingent anyway). You be the judge!
Will Mick Malthouse take a year off? And, Craig comes up with more nicknames for Jane "javelin with ears" O'Brien.
That and more... in the Grandstanders this week!
But it turns out he was right. Not just AFL but NRL this weekend - because the Storm's winning streak has been broken! Also post workout soreness: how do you relieve those screaming muscles?
And today's guest: Olympic weightlifterDeborah Acason.
Formerly Deborah Lovely, she found her love for weightlifting at just 12 years of age, while lifting logs to build treehouses with all the boys. She's taken a journey of multi talents to get to weightlifting though: playing rugby for Queensland, competing on the track and field, and even cycling. How did she get from there, to weightlifting??
Also: are our eyes really under assault from our lifestyle? And our new London Olympic report: with some fascinating gold medal facts.
Your calls: on weird phobias - things that scare you, that don't scare normal people. And catastrophic wedding stories... involving super hot days, fire sprinklers and dogs.
Is Jane's top pink or purple? A wedge has been driven between the Grandstanders: over the colour of said top. Pink or purple - it's split the hostsand the LightFM office (well, the Saturday office contingent anyway). You be the judge!
Will Mick Malthouse take a year off? And, Craig comes up with more nicknames for Jane "javelin with ears" O'Brien.
That and more... in the Grandstanders this week!
Sunday, 21 August 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 20th August 2011
Welcome back to the Grandstanders! This is the show where Craig Harper and Jane O'Brien unravel the secrets of the health and fitness world. Spring is in the air and the Grandstanders are on a roll!
Special guest Jacqui Louder - Australia's premier sports psychologist, talks to Craig and Jane about some of Craig's so-called issues! Footy as usual to top the list of topics.
Hear what the Grandstanders have to say about skinny models. Also listen to Jaqui Louder as she talks about how Tiger Woods and Rodney Eade might be able to come back!
Jaqui Louder has been a practicing psychologist for eleven years, specialising in eating disorders, athletic transitions (retirement / entry into elite sport / etc), performing arts and children’s sport. Jacqui has had diverse range of experiences working as a psychologist with athletes and teams at the elite level which has included AFL football, National League netball and at World University, Commonwealth and Olympic Games.
According to Jaqui, Tiger Woods went from chocolates to boiled lollies because of physical and psychological factors. Rodney Eade is also under the radar after stepping down as coach of the Western Bulldogs. Also hear what she has to say about home ground advantage.
Craig and Jane also had a couple of un-expected guests in the studio. Craig is sent back into a flash back of his life when he sees the guests. Also Craig vents his feelings about skinny skinny models. Does Jane think Craig can become a skinny model? Is it healthy for girls to become more skinny? The Grandstanders try to answer these questions.
Also on the show - Jane's attempt to get Craig to hook up (with a girl of-course!), nutrition, cereals and this weeks footy tippings with one of our listeners!
Don't forget to catch the Grandstanders next Saturday from 8am!
Special guest Jacqui Louder - Australia's premier sports psychologist, talks to Craig and Jane about some of Craig's so-called issues! Footy as usual to top the list of topics.
Hear what the Grandstanders have to say about skinny models. Also listen to Jaqui Louder as she talks about how Tiger Woods and Rodney Eade might be able to come back!
Jaqui Louder has been a practicing psychologist for eleven years, specialising in eating disorders, athletic transitions (retirement / entry into elite sport / etc), performing arts and children’s sport. Jacqui has had diverse range of experiences working as a psychologist with athletes and teams at the elite level which has included AFL football, National League netball and at World University, Commonwealth and Olympic Games.
According to Jaqui, Tiger Woods went from chocolates to boiled lollies because of physical and psychological factors. Rodney Eade is also under the radar after stepping down as coach of the Western Bulldogs. Also hear what she has to say about home ground advantage.
Craig and Jane also had a couple of un-expected guests in the studio. Craig is sent back into a flash back of his life when he sees the guests. Also Craig vents his feelings about skinny skinny models. Does Jane think Craig can become a skinny model? Is it healthy for girls to become more skinny? The Grandstanders try to answer these questions.
Also on the show - Jane's attempt to get Craig to hook up (with a girl of-course!), nutrition, cereals and this weeks footy tippings with one of our listeners!
Don't forget to catch the Grandstanders next Saturday from 8am!
Sunday, 14 August 2011
The Grandstanders Podcast - 13th August 2011
This week in the studio, we talk over-achieving, over-thinking and over-eating!
Pint-sized, overachiever Alessandra Campisi manages to squeeze in a few sleepovers in between training and winning medals at the Karate Commonwealth Games. The photo on the right made Craig scream and run the other way - listen for an explanation of what is happening!
Are you an over-thinker? Do you wear your stress badly......and easily get sick? Craig and Jane explain the ins and outs of Psycho Neuro Immunology (PNI) - the scientific name for the idea that your emotional responses are linked to your physiology. Listen for practicle ideas on how to make the best use of your emotional energy.
On the question of over-eating, does eating foods that have a higher air content help control how much you eat?
Finally, talking footy: celebrity tipster Russell (one of our listeners of course!) gives us his best picks for the week.
Pint-sized, overachiever Alessandra Campisi manages to squeeze in a few sleepovers in between training and winning medals at the Karate Commonwealth Games. The photo on the right made Craig scream and run the other way - listen for an explanation of what is happening!
Are you an over-thinker? Do you wear your stress badly......and easily get sick? Craig and Jane explain the ins and outs of Psycho Neuro Immunology (PNI) - the scientific name for the idea that your emotional responses are linked to your physiology. Listen for practicle ideas on how to make the best use of your emotional energy.
On the question of over-eating, does eating foods that have a higher air content help control how much you eat?
Finally, talking footy: celebrity tipster Russell (one of our listeners of course!) gives us his best picks for the week.
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